Halloween Comes to the Hudson Valley

If you’re looking outside of Marist’s beautiful campus for something fun to do this October, check out some of these fun-filled events happening in the Hudson Valley! Featuring everything from music and beer to goblins and ghosts, there’s something for everyone this Halloween.

New Paltz Halloween Parade Where: Main St. and Manheim Blvd
New Paltz, NY
The New Paltz Halloween Parade is a family-friendly event featuring adorable kids in costumes. What more does a parade need?When: Friday, October 31, 6 p.m.Cost: FREE.
Details:www.newpaltz.org/AnnualEvents.html

The Haunted Mansion
Where: 85 Sheafe Rd.Wappingers Falls, NYBrought to you by the same people who present the annual New York Renaissance Faire, this haunted event includes rides, vendors, and entertainers, all right in Poughkeepsie!
When: Sept. 24-Oct. 31Cost: $20
Look on website for details. WWW.THEHAUNTEDMANSION.COM

Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Costume PartyWhere: Center for Performing Arts, 661 Rte. 308
Rhinebeck, NY
The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck hosts its frightening, late-night production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, followed by a party, costume contest, games, prizes, free snacks, full cash bar, and free goody bags for those who reserve tickets in advance. Ages 16 and up only.When: Friday, October 31, midnight (Friday night)Cost: $10Details: 845-876-3080

Attraction in The Haunted Mansion; Photo courtesy of TheHauntedMansion.com